Internationally recognised innovation and excellence

Students at the School of Medicine and Public Health learn from the world’s brightest minds, make global connections and gain the experience needed to follow in the footsteps of our thousands of successful graduates.

Our researchers, students and allied clinicians work across health and medical disciplines to prevent, cure and treat a diverse range of serious illnesses by translating research findings made in the laboratory into real health treatments and preventative strategies.

The School also works closely with the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) which has pioneered the integration of multi-campus university and hospital-based research.

Enhancing community health

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Ranked 8 ? in Australia for Medicine
Over 100 ? Indigenous doctors have graduated

Study medicine and public health

Our globally recognised, regionally based, medical program has graduated doctors with a dedication to excellence in all aspects of patient care for more than four decades.

Partners in excellence

Our globally recognised medical program has graduated doctors with a dedication to excellence in all aspects of patient care since our foundation in 1978.

This sustained level of excellence is in no small way due to our staff – be they conjoint appointments, members of ACHIEVE, or members of the Academy of Clinical Educators (ACE).

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Joint Medical Program

Joint Medical Program

Our Joint Medical Program can help you launch a rewarding and
successful medical career – right here in Australia or across the globe.

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Research

Our high impact research addresses global health challenges.

We translate discoveries into therapeutic advances that add real value by seamlessly integrating the bench-to-bedside-to-community spectrum.

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Centres, institutes and groups

Centres, institutes and groups

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Latest news

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News • 12 Dec 2023

Yapug opens the way for a young doctor in the making

A proud Wiradjuri man from Singleton on Wonnarua Country, Scott left school in year 10 to start working on a horse stud farm.

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News • 4 Dec 2023

Hunter medical students earn while they learn

An Australian-first initiative to boost healthcare staff  and provide medical students with invaluable paid experience is now underway in Hunter New England Local Health District, thanks to a new partnership with the University of Newcastle and TAFE NSW.

Historic image of two women working in a hospital dispensary

News • 12 Oct 2023

Generosity advancing nursing careers and alcohol research

Surrounded by nurses her whole life – both in her career and as a patient – the late Janice Leggett understood deeply the vital importance of nurses in our community.

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Upcoming events

Event • 8 May 2024 from 6:30pm - 7:30pm

JMP Info Session Webinar

Join us for an info session to hear from Joint Medical Program academics and current students about the program, admission requirements and much more.

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